Job Opportunities

kiwiMANA- Taitamariki Ora Coordinator 

Location: Kerikeri, Bay of Islands, New Zealand (Hybrid/On-site, requiring local travel)

Employment Type: Part-time (25-35 hours per week negotiable) 

Salary: $50-60,000 Depending on Hours and Qualifications

About the Role:

Are you a passionate and culturally responsive advocate for youth well-being? Bald Angels Charitable Trust is seeking a dedicated kiwiMANA Taitamariki Ora Angel to join our team in the beautiful Bay of Islands.

This vital Coordinator-Navigator role will strengthen our existing kiwiMANA Kaiārahi programme. You will be instrumental in connecting diverse and vulnerable taitamariki (children & youth) and their whānau (families) to community resources, empowering them to achieve well-being and self-sufficiency.

You’ll have the opportunity to co-design impactful youth programmes, support strong mentor-mentee relationships, and champion cultural values to foster holistic well-being. If you are driven by a desire to make a tangible difference in the lives of rangatahi and their whānau, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Program Co-Design & Delivery: Develop and refine youth programs, support robust emotional toolkits, and build mentor networks.
• Navigation & Advocacy: Guide taitamariki and whānau to support networks, advocating for their needs throughout their journey.
• Relationship Building: Foster strong connections with mentors, community providers, and stakeholders.
• Cultural Responsiveness: Uphold Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles, Te Ao values, and advocate for taitamariki regardless of their background or identity.
• Monitoring & Evaluation: Track progress, identify successes and barriers, and contribute to continuous improvement.

What we’re looking for:

• Qualifications and/or experience in social work, youth services, or counselling.
• A strong understanding of Te Ao Māori and a genuine commitment to integrating Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles into practice.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
• Proven ability to achieve measurable outcomes and strong organisational skills.
• A proactive team player with a flexible approach and a high degree of empathy and integrity.
• Commitment to child protection and high standards of care.

Why join Bald Angels?

At Bald Angels, you’ll be part of a supportive and values-driven team making a profound impact in our community. We are committed to fostering positive outcomes, building trust, and empowering rangatahi and their whānau to thrive. If you’re looking for a role where your passion meets purpose, this is it!

To Apply:

Please email a letter outlining why you are the perfect “Angel” for this role, along with your CV and three referee contact details, to:

Thérèse Wickbom at tw@baldangels.org.nz. 

Application Deadline: 5:00 PM, 15 January 2026

Join us in empowering the next generation!